Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx
The Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx is one of the best waterproof handheld GPS systems, according to GPS-Planet.com, and hundreds of users have rated it highly on Amazon.com. It features a color display that is easy to read, and its rugged construction and waterproof case makes it a good choice for canoeing. The Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx comes with built-in maps, but it also includes a microSD card where you can download and store additional maps for your trips. The satellite reception is reliable, even in heavy tree cover or deep canyons, which can be useful for river paddling. The Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx retails for $300-$400.
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DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Handheld GPS
The DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Handheld GPS is a color screen model with a built-in antennae, and Outside Magazine calls it "the most powerful backcountry GPS." It comes with 500MB of memory, and it can also accommodate SD cards up to 32GB. The DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Handheld GPS weighs just over 5 ounces, is waterproof, and comes in an impact-resistant rubber case that has been tested in rain, heavy humidity and a wide range of temperatures. The GPS comes with three discs that have detailed hybrid street and topographic maps of the entire United States. The DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Handheld GPS retails between $200 and $300.
DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Handheld GPS
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Garmin Oregon 400t
Outside Magazine calls the Garmin Oregon 400t "user-friendly and intuitive," rating it as one of the best GPS models for outdoor enthusiasts. This unit is particularly easy to use because of its 3-inch touch screen keyboard. The waterproof Garmin Oregon 400t is perfect for paddlers, as it comes preloaded with inland lake and river maps that include shoreline, depth contours and port plans. The model comes with 850MB of memory with SD card capability, and it has a battery life of up to 16 hours, perfect for a long day on the water. The extra bells and whistles on the Garmin Oregon 400t make it a little pricier than other models, as it retails for $400-$500.
Garmin Oregon 400t
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Article Written By Ashley Talley
Ashley Talley has been a professional writer for more than 10 years, specializing in travel and health. Her work has been published in "Coastal Living" magazine, "Wrightsville Beach Magazine" and "Choice," an anthology praised by "Vanity Fair" and the "LA Times." She graduated from Brown University with honors and holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing from the University of North Carolina.
